Corporate Associate – M&A/Private Equity

Opportunity Overview

Our client, a globally recognized law firm, is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Corporate Practice in Chicago. This role focuses on private equity and M&A transactions, serving a diverse clientele including private equity funds, venture capital funds, corporate strategics, and high-growth companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, equity financings, joint ventures, and general corporate matters.
• Lead due diligence efforts and manage transaction workflows.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, LLC and LP agreements, and other transaction documents.
• Conduct and oversee legal research; provide strategic and practical advice.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary, international teams to deliver seamless client service.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of substantive M&A and private equity experience at a leading law firm.
• Strong foundation in public and private company transactions; experience representing buyers, sellers, and financial sponsors.
• Superior drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills; ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Commercial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and excellent communication skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; admission to the Illinois bar (or ability to become admitted) and good standing required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $310,000 – $390,000 plus bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), vacation, and parental leave.

Equal opportunity employer. Accommodations available upon request during the application process.

• 4+ years of substantive M&A and private equity experience at a leading law firm.
• Strong foundation in public and private company transactions; experience representing buyers, sellers, and financial sponsors.
• Superior drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills; ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Commercial mindset, intellectual curiosity, and excellent communication skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; admission to the Illinois bar (or ability to become admitted) and good standing required.